Ford S-Max Concept Blends Crafted Design With Smart
Technology

COLOGNE, GERMANY – Aug 29, 2013: Ford of Europe has revealed the
new Ford S-MAX Concept, a sport activity vehicle that takes the
style-without-compromise ethos of the popular current S-MAX to new levels
with a sharper design, advanced technology and premium craftsmanship.

“When Ford unveiled the Sport Activity Vehicle Concept in 2005 it
immediately captured the public’s imagination and inspired us to
produce today’s S-MAX, a true white space vehicle,” saidBarb
Samardzich, Product Development vice president, Ford of Europe. “Our
new S-MAX Concept takes that unique appeal to the next level with
Ford’s latest design and technology innovations for a new
generation.”

The new S-MAX Concept employs the latest Ford global design language
with a high mounted grille, swept-back headlamps and a unique treatment of
the vehicle’s lower fascia incorporating design elements that appear
to float within the lower front aperture and above the spoiler.

The characteristic S-MAX profile has been honed with the front bonnet
sweeping seamlessly into the sharply raked front screen, which in turn
flows into the dynamic arc of the roof to create a unique glass graphic.
This sleek silhouette surrounds a spacious and versatile interior that
offers anything from four to seven-seat configurations.

“S-MAX drivers are passionate and have high expectations –
they see their S-MAX as a one-of-a-kind vehicle,” said Martin Smith,
executive design director, Ford of Europe. “Our mission was to exceed
their expectations in every area while respecting the core of what they
love about the S-MAX.”

Further exterior design cues include a feature line running along the
flank to create an impression of length and speed, sculptured muscular
shoulders, and distinctive headlamps featuring Organic LEDs – the
latest lighting that offers greater flexibility in terms of positioning and
design, fast response and colour range.

The S-MAX Concept interior is an expression of cutting-edge design,
convenience, connectivity, flexibility and craftsmanship.

The front cabin places the focus firmly on the driver. Dynamic shapes
and forms combine in a high-set instrument panel that cuts back in the
centre console and creates a feeling of space. The door panels are
similarly sculptured and an innovative interior roof design maximises the
feeling of spaciousness. High quality materials include an ultra-soft
leather wrap for the instrument panel, and leather and carbon fibre
detailing for the sculptured seats.

“The fine detailing and visible craftsmanship in areas such as the
instrument panel air vents reward the driver,” said Smith.
“Each and every element of the interior stands up to close inspection
with intricate and thoroughly considered design.”

The Ford S-MAX Concept employs leading-edge Ford features and
technologies to provide new levels of connectivity and well-being as well
as safety, convenience and driving appeal.

The Ford SYNC system sits at the heart of the vehicle’s advanced
connectivity features. Ford SYNC with MyFord Touch delivers wi-fi for
passengers, supported by a tablet docking station that allows second row
occupants to integrate personal devices into the vehicle.

SYNC AppLink enables the driver to voice-control smart phone apps from
an expanding list of service providers, which include Spotify, Kaliki,
Glympse and Aha – bringing additional music, news, personalised
information as well as location and navigation options into the
vehicle.

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